Posts Written by Paul Strauss

As classic Cadillacs go, the 1967 to 1970 Fleetwood Eldorado represents one of the brand’s best designs and one of the most impressive-looking American sedans ever.…

During this week’s reveal of the hotly anticipated Rivian R2 mid-size SUV, Rivian CEO and Founder RJ Scaringe took a page from the Steve Jobs school of product announcements and gave us “one more thing” at the end of the presentation.…

The last V8-engine Chargers and Challengers rolled off the line earlier this year. But the new Dodge Charger Daytona will arrive very soon – first as an EV later in 2024, then with an internal combustion engine in 2025.…

Chevrolet’s appealing Trailblazer compact crossover hasn’t changed much since it debuted in 2021. However, there are a few updates for the 2024 model year, including a more dynamic grille design, a larger touchscreen, and new wheel options.…

I love what Toyota has done with the new 2024 Land Cruiser. The automaker is leaning into the rugged and adventurous heritage of the brand and, at the same time, making it more affordable.…

3-row SUVs are some of the most popular vehicles here in the U.S. thanks to their ability to carry large families and their cargo-hauling versatility. Launched with great fanfare and praise, the Subaru Ascent hasn’t changed dramatically since its launch in 2019.…

The classic Shelby GT500 is one of the all-time most desirable sports cars. Originals are extremely hard to come by, but even some modern reproductions can be expensive.…

While they share some underpinnings, the version of the Ford Ranger that’s sold in the U.S. is quite different from the version sold in Europe and other countries.…

Car companies show off concept designs to get buyers excited about the future state of their design and technology. Most of today’s concept cars are sleek and aerodynamic and feature appealing traits like oversized wheels, suicide doors, a yoke steering wheel, and cameras in place of side mirrors.…

The Nissan Ariya is a pleasantly quick and modern electric crossover. Nissan recently showed off an Ariya NISMO variant that’s headed to Japan, and I hope they decide to bring it to the U.S.…

For 2024, the Kia Sorento has received a modest facelift, most notably slim new headlights, a streamlined center stack, and available X-Pro off-road trim. The vehicle I reviewed here is a 2023 Sorento X-Line SX Prestige, which remains otherwise unchanged for 2024.…

The Nissan Frontier is the number three selling mid-size pickup truck in America, and it’s a worthy competitor to trucks like the Toyota Tacoma, Chevy Colorado, and Ford Ranger.…

In 2022, Genesis showed off a stunning concept car called the Genesis X Speedium Coupe. While the Korean luxury automaker has yet to announce plans to produce the Speedium concept, they’ve given us new hope by revealing a unique winter sports edition called the Genesis X Snow Speedium.…

When it comes to vehicles made by Jeep, there is none more luxuriously appointed than the Grand Wagoneer. I recently spent a week with the Grand Wagoneer Series III Obsidian, getting to know its many comforts, from its posh interior materials to its voluminous cabin, its smooth ride, and its fantastic array of technology.…

Vietnamese automaker VinFast debuted its VF Wild electric pickup truck at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show. The mid-size truck measures 209″ long and 79″ wide, making it roughly the same size as a Ford Ranger, right in the sweet spot for many buyers.…